Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant Location: M7 Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm Pay: From £13.50 per hour (dependent on experience) We are looking for a compassionate, motivated ASD teaching assistant to join our supportive school community in Salford. In this role, you will provide personalised assistance to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), helping to enhance their learning, engagement, and social development within a caring and structured environment. Key Responsibilities: • Work closely with the lead teacher to deliver Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) for students with ASD. • Use specialised strategies to support academic progress and social interaction. • Assist students with challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management techniques. • Promote inclusion by adapting tasks and activities to meet individual needs. • Support communication development, including the use of PECS, Makaton, or other relevant tools. • Monitor student progress and share observations with teaching and support staff. • Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. • Participate in ongoing professional development focused on ASD and SEN practices. Working Environment: • A nurturing, inclusive school in the Salford area • Classrooms equipped to support a wide range of needs • Collaborative SEN teams committed to holistic pupil development • A setting that prioritises communication, routine, and positive behaviour support About You: • Experience supporting children, especially those with ASD • Strong understanding of diverse learning needs and ASD-specific strategies • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach • A Level 2 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (preferred) If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with ASD and meet the criteria above, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in helping every child access an empowering and enriching education.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Tierney on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jessica Tierney&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3029</strong></strong>